An apple cider margarita is a flavorful twist on a classic margarita.
With traditional ingredients such as tequila and lime juice, this apple cider margarita is not only perfect for fall, but can be enjoyed year round. This margarita is ready in just a few minutes with the perfect balance of sweet, tart, and, of course, tequila.
Why You Will Love An Apple Cider Margarita
- Easy - This margarita recipe comes together with just a few simple ingredients.
- Quick - An apple cider margarita can be prepared and ready to sip in under 5 minutes.
- Crowd Favorite - This margarita is a favorite at Thanksgiving and Halloween parties, and anytime a margarita craving hits.
- Seasonal Flavors - The apple cider in this margarita recipe gives fall vibes. The addition of a cinnamon sugar rim adds to the fall flavors. Remember, though, you can enjoy an apple cider margarita year round.
Tools
- Cocktail Shaker (optional for ease)
- Jigger or Measuring Cup
- Citrus Juicer
- Margarita Glass
- Small Plate
Ingredients
Before you head to the recipe card for exact measurements, here’s a quick look at what you’ll be using.
- Apple Cider - Apple cider adds flavor to this unique margarita, giving it a fall twist.
- Lime Juice - Lime juice is the traditional citrus base of a classic margarita, balancing the sweetness of the apple cider.
- Orange Liqueur - This gives the margarita just a hint of sweet oranges.
- Tequila - The traditional base to a margarita. The tequila is the perfect complement to the apple cider.
- Cinnamon and Sugar - Optional cinnamon and sugar will be used to rim the margarita glass with sugar.
- Ice - A ice cold margarita is a must. The ice keeps the margarita nice and cold.
- Apple, Lime, Cinnamon Stick - These are optional garnishes that give the apple cider margarita fall vibes.
Instructions
- Stir together the cinnamon and sugar, then pour into a small plate. Wipe a lime wedge along the rim of the glass and dip it in the cinnamon sugar, rolling the glass to cover the rim.
- In a cocktail shaker, add the apple cider, lime juice, orange liqueur, tequila, and ice. Shake well. (If you don't have a cocktail shaker, check out the tips section.
- Add more ice to your glass, then strain the apple cider margarita into it.
- Garnish with apple slices, lime wedges, or cinnamon sticks.
- Enjoy!
Tips for The Best Apple Cider Margarita
- If you do not have a cocktail shaker, mix the ingredients in a separate glass, then carefully pour them into the prepared margarita glass.
- Be sure to use apple cider, not apple juice, for maximum fall flavor.
- Fresh squeezed lime juice is by far the best, but bottled lime juice can be used in a pinch.
- For a party or large gathering, scale the ingredients in a pitcher and serve.
Variations
- Add a pinch of apple pie spice to the cocktail shaker when mixing the ingredients for the apple cider margarita.
- Blend the margarita with ice in a blender for a frozen fall margarita.
- For a spicy margarita, muddle 2 jalapeno slices in the cocktail shaker before adding the other ingredients.
Pitcher Recipe - 8 Servings
- 2 cups apple cider
- 1 ½ cup tequila
- ½ cup lime juice
- ½ cup orange liqueur
- Ice
- Cinnamon - To add a cinnamon sugar rim (optional)
- Sugar - To add a cinnamon sugar rim (optional)
- Lime wedges, apple slices, cinnamon sticks (optional for garnish)
- Wipe a lime wedge along the rim of the serving glasses. Mix the cinnamon and sugar on a plate, then dip the prepared glasses into the mixture. Take care to evenly spread it on the rim.
- Mix the liquid ingredients in a pitcher.
- Pour the margarita mixture into the prepared glasses and top with ice.
- Garnish with lime wedges, apple slices, and cinnamon sticks.
- Enjoy!
If You Love Margaritas
- Agave Margarita - A fresh margarita with a touch if agave to balance the lime juice.
- Cranberry Margarita - Another seasonal twist on a classic. This margarita is ideal for holiday celebrations.
Apple Cider Margarita
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 glass 1x
Description
This apple cider margarita is a cocktail made with fall flavors that can be enjoyed all year. Made with the traditional flavors of lime and tequila with an addition of apple cider, this margarita is ideal for Halloween, Thanksgiving, and any party year round.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ oz tequila
- 2 oz apple cider
- ½ oz lime juice
- ½ oz orange liqueur
- sugar (optional for rim)
- cinnamon (optional for rim)
- apples, limes, cinnamon sticks (optional for garnish)
Instructions
- Stir together the cinnamon and sugar, then pour into a small plate. Wipe a lime wedge along the rim of the glass and dip in the cinnamon sugar, rolling the glass to cover the rim.
- In a cocktail shaker, add the apple cider, lime juice, orange liqueur, tequila, and ice. Shake well. (If you don't have a cocktail shaker, check out the tips section.
- Add more ice to your glass, then strain the apple cider margarita into it.
- Garnish with apple slices, lime wedges, or cinnamon sticks.
- Enjoy!
Equipment
Notes
- If you do not have a cocktail shaker, mix the ingredients in a separate glass, then carefully pour them into the prepared margarita glass.
- Be sure to use apple cider, not apple juice, for maximum fall flavor.
- Fresh squeezed lime juice is by far the best, but bottled lime juice can be used in a pinch.
- For a party or large gathering, scale the ingredients in a pitcher and serve.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Beverage
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